To Travel the world is to travel within oneself. For all the adrenaline junkies out there are cool adventure events in Ankeny like hiking in the forests, camping in mountains, hanging by the cliffs and a lot more. An adrenaline rush is sure to have when one is out there on adventure. Whether it’s swimming, river rafting, rappelling , riding with motorcycle club or cycling with friends or just a weekend getaway near Ankeny, we have got you covered.
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## Trips & Adventures Events in Ankeny - **Event Name**: 16th Annual AW SH*T RIDE - **Description**: To relive the epic ride in 2010 that celebrated my 50th with an "easy" 50 mile ride on the High Trestle Trail. Starting at 10:00 giving us plenty of time to visit the stops that have grown up along the route. Why AW SH*T? Ankeny to Woodward See the Hig - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 430 - **Date**: Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Nov 14 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ankeny/16th-annual-aw-sht-ride/200029206273910 - **Venue**: High Trestle Trail - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy84ZDJjNTliYjcwOGJiYTQyMGQzMWY0NDAxNDIzMGJiMGI4Nzg0MmNlN2JmODRjZGIwYTFhMjhjMWM1ZGU5ODdjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kY2I4ZDhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODgxNTg1NA.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures, sports ## Trending Events in Ankeny - **Event Name**: Zac Brown Band Tickets - **Description**: Zac Brown Band deliver feel-good country with Southern rock vibes. Tight harmonies, catchy hits, and high-energy performances. A must-see live country experience. #ZacBrownBand #CountryMusic #LiveMusic - **Venue**: In DesMoines IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/bb537d1630614ffbb0fbba0e9fbde50d8c4686d8bc28da9eaaa58570af48bc12-rimg-w1200-h676-dc080808-gmir?v=1788214491 - **Event Name**: 45th Annual Santa’s North Pole Village Craft Sale - **Description**: The Ankeny Art Center proudly presents the 45th Annual Santa’s North Pole Village Craft Sale, a beloved community tradition and the Art Center’s largest fundraiser of the year. Support the arts, and join us for a festive, one‑day shopping exper - **Venue**: Prairie Trail Sports Complex - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6abd51372af9f.jpg - **Event Name**: Mahjong 101: Beginners Class - **Description**: Join us for another Mahjong 101 class!About this EventReady to learn the tiles? 🀄Join us for Mahjong 101: Beginner on November 16 from 5:30–8:30 PM - **Venue**: WineStyles Tasting Station - Ankeny - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/5909c9c9a8b8d17e29fcfddc6b616b5f4c01df697ec9aeddb18cc35604ff88ea-rimg-w1200-h675-dc487858-gmir.jpg?v=1792169164 - **Event Name**: Pies & Pup Cups - **Description**: 🥧🐾 PIES & PUP CUPS 🐾🥧 Hosted by Brown Dog Bakery Join us on November 14th for one of the coziest events of the season — Pies & Pup Cups! 🍂❤️ We’re celebrating all the fall vibes with sweet treats, wagging tails, and festive fun for both humans - **Venue**: 2310 SE Delaware Ave Ste E, Ankeny, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/c413324f6e1517326eea081245451cc6490fe15f8119eb307f5041db5bed40ac-rimg-w1200-h1200-dce8d8c8-gmir?v=1788329256 - **Event Name**: Ankeny's Holiday Craft, Vendors, Boutiques and More Shopping Extravaganza - **Description**: We are so excited to announce the Ankeny Holiday Show coming Back to the Prairie Trails Complex in Ankeny. It is a 2 day show starting on Friday November 27th at 2:00-7:00 and Saturday November 28th 9:00 to 3:00. Great place to get a ton of your Holiday - **Venue**: Prairie Trail Sports Complex - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/0484ba2ed2a9657173ce1cdbe809b6b77a28b7086021db7d4ad230312e14e3b2-rimg-w1200-h629-dcf8e8c8-gmir?v=1787353111 - **Event Name**: Pawliday Preview Party - **Description**: 🎄🐾 PAWLIDAY PREVIEW PARTY 🐾🎄 Hosted by Brown Dog Bakery Get ready to kick off the holiday season with us at our Pawliday Preview Party on November 7th! ❤️ We’re giving you EARLY ACCESS to all the cozy, festive, tail-wagging holiday fun before the full - **Venue**: 2310 SE Delaware Ave Ste E, Ankeny, IA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/60350aec8c46d3248a3bba8b33fe1960b117fa90434c71970a8a437fc7bdd053-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcf8e8d8-gmir?v=1788329258 - **Event Name**: Disney Trivia Night at Uptown Garage Brewing - **Description**: Test your Disney knowledge, enjoy great brews, and have a magical night of trivia at Uptown Garage Brewing!About this EventDisney Trivia Night at Uptown Garage Brewing is an in-person eve - **Venue**: Uptown Garage Brewing Co. - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/5c7c793f4aba9d3053bfbd7b5370256f46c5686a01713220f7872e28e16cbbc4-rimg-w1200-h1500-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1792893663 - **Event Name**: Urban Air Spirit Night - **Description**: Urban Air Spirit Night! Come jump, play, and have fun with your friends while supporting Heritage Elementary PTO! Remember to mention Heritage or bring your flyer! - **Venue**: 2829 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023-9121, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/faef656ae87cff79ea00e804ebaa63212ed98cd898ed587652fce852ac87fbf4-rimg-w1024-h683-dc4888c8-gmir?v=1791064724 - **Event Name**: Ankeny - Iowa Concealed Carry Class - $35 - **Description**: Iowa Concealed Carry Permit class in Ankeny, VA on Thursday evening at 4PM, November 12th, at the Sportsman's Warehouse, 921 SE Oralabor Rd. $35 is the course fee, this is the only class required for the Iowa Concealed Carry Permit. Questions? Visit our w - **Venue**: Sportsman's Warehouse Ankeny (Ankeny, IA) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2c09a89b55c5bac6472513de626690ddc70fb259b28815d4340685f86d917f08-rimg-w851-h315-dc080808-gmir?v=1793315434 ## Browse Trips & Adventures Events by Date - [Trips & Adventures Events Today in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--today) - [Trips & Adventures Events This Weekend in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--this-weekend) - [Trips & Adventures Events in November in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--november) - [Trips & Adventures Events in December in Ankeny](https://allevents.in/ankeny/trips-adventures--december) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** 16th Annual AW SH*T RIDE (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 am at High Trestle Trail). - **Q**: What Trips & Adventures events are happening in Ankeny in November 2026? - **A:** 16th Annual AW SH*T RIDE (Sat Nov 14 2026 at 09:00 am at High Trestle Trail). - **Q**: How can I find Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Trips & Adventures events in Ankeny on AllEvents.in. 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